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How can b and t lymphocytes (t cells) help in a bodys immune system?

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Complicated issue: T lymphocytes help b cells make antibodies, t-cells help and regulate other t-cells and macrophages in ensuring body defense against infections and tumors.

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Answered 12/14/2013

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